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Truman Head Sharpshooter
TRUMAN HEAD Known as California Joe Head was a celebrated sharpshooter of the Berdans regiment in the American civil war
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Celebrated Regiment Sharp Shooter Truman
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking image captures the intense focus and skill of California Joe Head, a renowned sharpshooter of the Berdans Sharpshooters Regiment during the American Civil War. Born in California, Head joined the Union Army in 1861 and quickly distinguished himself as an exceptional marksman. He was part of the elite Berdans regiment, which was known for its exceptional accuracy and effectiveness on the battlefield. The Berdans Sharpshooters were unique in that they were the first regiment to exclusively use the Sharps rifle, a long-range, breech-loading weapon that was far more advanced than the muskets carried by most soldiers at the time. This allowed the sharpshooters to engage the enemy from a distance, disrupting their formations and causing significant damage. California Joe Head's exceptional marksmanship earned him the respect and admiration of his comrades and his enemies alike. He is said to have made over 250 confirmed kills during the war, a remarkable feat given the challenges of long-range shooting and the chaos of battle. This photograph, taken during or after the war, captures Head in a moment of quiet contemplation, his eyes fixed on a distant target. The serious expression on his face and the intense focus in his eyes convey the intense concentration required to make a long-range shot. The image is a testament to Head's skill and the importance of sharpshooters in the American Civil War. The Berdans Sharpshooters played a crucial role in several major battles, including the Second Battle of Bull Run and the Battle of Gettysburg. Their effectiveness on the battlefield helped turn the tide of the war in favor of the Union forces. Today, California Joe Head and the Berdans Sharpshooters are remembered as heroes of the American Civil War, their legacy living on in the annals of military history.
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